EN: With winter in full force we are taking all possible precautions to prevent us from getting sick. We thought it may be interesting to put together our own personal “vitamin & supplement guide” of the things we take on a regular basis to help us be healthier and happier. So here are our top 6 little helpers:

– Vitamin B complex: The benefits of B vitamins are great. Ease Stress, treat anxiety and depression, aid memory, relieve PMS, reduce heart-disease risk, … The 11 members of what’s known as the vitamin B complex are critical nutrients for all things mind-related: mood, memory, even migraines can benefit from the B’s.

– Vitamin D (recommendation from Victoria): Vitamin D is different from other essential vitamins because our own bodies can manufacture it with sunlight exposure. The main function of vitamin D is to regulate the absorption of calcium and phosphorus in our bones and aid in cell to cell communication throughout the body.

– Omega 3 Fatty Acids (recommendation from Anna): Omega-3 fatty acids are a collection of polyunsaturated fatty acids, found in fish and some plant oils, which can help lower cholesterol levels and reduce inflammation throughout the body.are called essential fatty acids because the body doesn’t produce them. That’s why it’s important to get omega-3 fatty acids from food or from supplements. You can find omega-3 fatty acids in many different sources, including flaxseed, canola oil, walnuts and soybeans, but fatty coldwater fish like salmon, herring and tuna seem to be the best ones. If you do not eat enough of these foods, it is recommendable to take the supplements.

– Magnesium: If you work out frequently, or if you possibly had one too many glasses of wine, then magnesium will be your best friend. If Vicky doesn’t take Magnesium regularly, she tends to get leg and foot cramps, which can easily be cured with a bit of magnesium. Also, magnesium activates enzymes, which are crucial to the energy supply and function of the muscles.

– Vitamin C: Probably the most common vitamin and a household name for most of you. Vitamin C is great for first signs of a cold and should be taken right when you feel that nose getting a bit sniffy. If you prefer to take it in through your diet, you will want to eats lots of bell peppers or citrus fruits. Or check out this list!

– Skin, Hair & Nails Supplement: Pretty and healthy looks aren’t only created by cosmetics on the outside, but also from the inside of your body. With this supplement you can aid clear skin, and the strength of your nails and hair. Kathi has been taking these supplements for about a year now and has seen great results. There are probably lots of brands for similar products, but we’ve only given the “phyto 4 life” supplements a try and can definitely recommend them.